Are random drug tests legal?

With the rise of the oil and gas industry, there's also been a rise in company's that administer drug and alcohol tests on behalf of companies. But a recent court decision in Alberta may limit the ability of companies to submit their workers to random testing. Betsy Trumpener spoke to Eric Adams, an associate professor in the faculty of law at the University of Alberta, about what's at stake.

Daybreak NorthNew research shows Gitxaala ate abalone 2,400 years agoMar 2, 2015 | 7:22U.B.C. professor of anthropology Charles Menzies' latest research argues abalone have been part of the Gitxaala's traditional way of life, and has been for at least 2,400 years.

Daybreak NorthDog owner wants answers after dog disappearedFeb 27, 2015 | 8:33Brad Tanner, who believes his dog Choco was stolen, wants answers as to why there has been an increase in dog thefts in the North Peace.

Daybreak NorthStewart, B.C. border to close at nightFeb 26, 2015 | 6:43The towns of Stewart, B.C. and Hyder, Alaska share a border and a lot of municipal services. Soon, they will cut off from eachother for 8 hours a day while the border closes at night. Angela Brand-Danuser is small business owner in Stewart.

Daybreak NorthFire Pit drop in runs special events during Canada Winter GamesFeb 24, 2015 | 2:54The Fire Pit — a drop-in centre in Prince George — has put forward an alternative to the Canada Winter Games for people who can't afford to be included in the events.

Daybreak NorthCattle ranchers defend program that pays to kills predatorsFeb 23, 2015 | 5:19Mike McConnell, president of the Peace River Cattlemen Association, defends the Livestock Protection Pilot Program which allows cattle ranchers to be paid to kill predators that threaten their herds.

Daybreak NorthOne of B.C.'s oldest letters up for auctionFeb 20, 2015 | 4:44A letter written by Hudson's Bay trader Dr. John Kennedy in 1854 is up for auction. Brian Grant Duff of All Nations Coins and Stamps is co-ordinating the auction.

Daybreak NorthProgram allowing cattle ranchers to kill predators lacks oversight says scientistFeb 20, 2015 | 7:33An expert on wolves is raising concerns about a pilot program in the South Peace allows cattle ranchers to get paid for killing predators like wolves or cougars, saying it lacks transparency. George Baker explains.

Daybreak NorthPrince Rupert Chamber of Commerce distances itself from anti-Buy America sentimentFeb 12, 2015 | 6:51The Prince Rupert and District Chamber of Commerce is distancing itself from the federal government's recent proposal to block a Buy America policy-- a decision that has cost the city of Prince Rupert an upgrade to its ferry terminal.

Daybreak NorthB.C. Nurses Union worried about overcrowding in Prince George hospitalFeb 6, 2015 | 8:31B.C. Nurses Union vice-president Christine Sorenson is worried about overcrowding after a recent visit to the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia.

Daybreak NorthSouth Peace SPCA warns of canine distemperFeb 5, 2015 | 4:25The South Peace SPCA wants dog owners to make sure their animals are vaccinated against canine distemper after four puppies had to be destroyed after contracting the virus.